Mollusks, microbrews, music and more abound at the annual OysterFest extravaganza in Shelton. Always the first full weekend in October, this favorite festival draws visitors from all across the world — all in search of the perfect oyster.
Hosted by the Shelton Skookum Rotary Club and attended by thousands, OysterFest is home to the West Coast Oyster Shucking Championships and is Washington State’s official Seafood Festival. The festival features hands-on water quality exhibits and a large food menu! It's not all oysters, oysters, oysters – besides great seafood, you will find spring rolls, garlic shrimp, homemade strawberry shortcake, fresh cider, and more.
Sample Washington wineries in the wine pavilion and take home a bottle of their best! Prefer a local Washington microbrew? Visit the Microbrew Stage and dance to a variety of energizing bands.
2024 OysterFest is October 5 & 6 | 10 AM – 6 PM Saturday & 10 AM – 5 PM Sunday
SATURDAY: Adult Admission $15 (Children ages 7-17 $10) (Children 6 and under FREE)
SUNDAY: Family and Military Day | Adult Admission $15; Active Military - $5 (Children 17 and under FREE)
Attending both days? Save by purchasing a TWO-DAY ticket!
Just bring your email notification of your ticket purchase to the gate.
October 3-4, 2026
Visitors come from far and wide every year for OysterFest. They bring family and friends to eat tasty food, witness the excitement of the West Coast Oyster Shucking Championship trials, enjoy live music on two different stages, and sample the selection of Washington State Wines or Pacific Northwest Microbrews.
With fantastic food and entertainment, OysterFest has become the anchor for annual reunions of family and friends from across the region.
Avoid the lines and purchase online tickets. Just show your email notification at the gate!
Adult General Admission 15.00, buy a two-day pass for 25.00
Children ages 17 and under are free both days!!
PLEASE NOTE: TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE - OYSTERFEST HAPPENS RAIN OR SHINE!